Aparna A. - Data Manager

Hanau, Germany

Experience

Jul 2025 - Present

5 months

Cologne, Germany

Engineered and automated a data pipeline using GitLab CI/CD for data ingestion, validation, and loading into a central database.
Developed Python scripts for data validation and transformation, ensuring data quality and compliance with metadata standards.
Managed the entire data lifecycle from file-based repositories to a structured SQL Server database.
Worked in an interdisciplinary team to establish a central database for-omics data and ensure reproducibility of computational analyses.

May 2023 - Dec 2024

1 year 8 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Applied Python and Excel for data analysis and visualization to derive insights that informed clinical decision-making processes.
Managed end-to-end project execution, including proteomic and interactome analysis, and optimized workflows.
Structured and maintained critical trial documents, contributing to successful audits with zero critical findings.
Designed and implemented training programs for new team members, enhancing lab efficiency and analytical capabilities.

Jan 2022 - Apr 2023

1 year 4 months

India

Developed and implemented data management systems using REDCap and PowerBI, resulting in a 20% reduction in data discrepancies in clinical trials.
Coordinated Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and ensured audit readiness.
Collaborated with clinicians to resolve issues promptly, ensuring smooth study execution.

Feb 2019 - Apr 2023

4 years 3 months

Tübingen, Germany

Maintained and developed databases for complex biological datasets, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and compliance with best practices.
Analysed biological data using tools like BLAST and MaxQuant, leading to significant insights and contributing to 5+ publications.
Managed multiple research projects, coordinating data analysis, timelines, and resources, while effectively presenting research findings to diverse audiences.

Jul 2017 - Dec 2018

1 year 6 months

India

Contributed to the development and optimization of drug delivery systems, generating experimental data and analysing results to inform research direction.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the design and execution of research protocols, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485:2016) and maintaining accurate research records.
Managed research documentation, budgeting, and resource allocation, contributing to efficient workflows and ensuring adherence to research standards and data management principles.